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Spark your curiosity with a visit to the GRPM, a place of inspiration focusing on science, history, and culture.

 
The Nature of Color

The Nature of Color

Now Open!
Color makes our world feel vibrant and alive. But that's not all. Explore the hidden world of color.
Visitors Exploring Fashion and Nature Exhibit

Fashion + Nature

Examine the relationship between the natural world and the fashion industry.
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Expanding Curiosity

Your place of never-ending curiosity and inspiration is expanding to offer even more access to history, science, and culture.

Upcoming

We’re excited to share exhibitions and events designed to inspire.

Chaffee Planetarium

Don’t miss out on stellar shows  including Anishinaabe Star Knowledge, The Dark Side Light Show, and our latest planetarium presentation, Planet Explorers

Tyler Thrasher at the GRPM, March 7 + 8

Join author, botanist, and “mad scientist” Tyler Thrasher for a glowing floral workshop, a lecture on his book The Universe in 100 Colors, and a book signing at the GRPM.

Museum Adventure After Dark, Feb 27

Tickets are ON SALE NOW for this smash hit Museum event! Delight in discovery again while supporting the Grand Rapids Public Museum at this casual and interactive fundraiser.

Concerts Under the Stars

The 2025 lineup is here! Experience live music from Michigan-based musicians under a 50-foot Planetarium dome filled with visuals by local artists. 

The GRPM boasts one of Michigan’s largest collections of historical and cultural artifacts and scientific specimens that tell the stories of West Michigan and the wider world.

Explore the Community Collections with 250,000+ Artifacts & Specimens.

Build Your Ideal Museum Field Trip.

Including free and affordable onsite and virtual programming to connect to curriculum and inspire curiosity.

Become a Member.

Take Your Curiosity to the Next Level!

  • Free admission every day of the year
  • Discounts to planetarium shows, camps and more
  • Free admission to 300+ museums and science centers nationwide
  • Free parking in the Museum’s ramp
  • Pays for itself in less than 2 visits

Closure Notice

The GRPM is closed on Thursday, January 23, due to a burst pipe on the first floor

Closure Notice

The GRPM is closed on Tuesday, January 21 2025, due to adverse weather conditions

Extended! Become A GRPM Member, Earn $20 in Museum Promo Cash

Get $20 in Museum Promo Cash with the purchase of any membership now through Friday, December 6!

This promo cash can be used towards admission to the Museum, Planetarium tickets, unique local gifts at the Curiosity Shop, and food and beverages at the Museum Cafe.

Museum Promo Cash expires June 30, 2025 at 11:59 p.m. Any unused balance will be forfeited after this date. This card is for promotional purposes only and is not redeemable for cash or Museum credit.

Become A GRPM Member, Earn $20 in Museum Promo Cash!

Get $20 in Museum Promo Cash with the purchase of any membership now through Tuesday, December 3! 

This promo cash can be used towards admission to the Museum, Planetarium tickets, unique local gifts at the Curiosity Shop, and food and beverages at the Museum Cafe.

Museum Promo Cash expires June 30, 2025 at 11:59 p.m. Any unused balance will be forfeited after this date. This card is for promotional purposes only and is not redeemable for cash or Museum credit.

Closure Notice

The GRPM will be closed on Thursday, September 12, 2024 for an event. We will re-open on Friday, September 13, 2024 at 9 a.m. 

Late Opening Notice.

On Saturday, May 11, the Museum will open at 12 p.m. due to road closures for the Amway River Bank Run.

Early Closure Notice.

The Museum will close at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, May 1 for Museum Adventure After Dark. Tickets are still available!